PURPOSE/SUMMARY
This position will oversee all activities on the production floor, serving as the technical authority, as well as providing leadership and guidance to the staff.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise production personnel. This may include salaried as well as hourly union personnel.
• Assess and optimize process capabilities, prioritize process improvement opportunities; innovate and implement process improvements on multiple and moderately complex processes
• Ensure KPI goals are met for the department; to include but not limited to safety, productivity, scrap, backorder, and WIP.
• Applied experience of LEAN and Six Sigma tools and methods
• Support operator training for new and existing processes, products, and equipment
• Report and identify manufacturing issues and execute solutions using tools such as CIMCO and SPC.
• Support new product manufacturability and launch into production
• Conduct time studies to verify or establish process specifications
• Execute cost improvement activities
• Write and execute process and equipment validations (IQ, OQ, PQ)
• Maintain accurate records/documentation related to quality, work in process, test results, measurements, labor and special projects.
• Assist Engineers in design and fabrication of tools and fixtures.
• Perform other related tasks as requested or assigned.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES (IF ANY)

• Supervise production personnel. This may include salaried as well as hourly union personnel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required to pass competency testing for each individual competency listed below.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Two-year technical certificate or degree in machining plus 5 years machining experience OR 8 years of related supervisory experience.
• Previous supervisor or leading teams experience preferred.
• Experience in a unionized labor environment

CERTIFICATES , LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
•None
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to communicate effectively and lead production teams
• Ability to read blueprints
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
• Experience completing complex machine setups a plus.
• Well-developed mathematical and problem solving skills.
• Good organizational skills and ability to work independently.
• Knowledge and the ability to operate the following tools and devices: mill, lathe, sanders, grinders, drills, micrometers, callipers, indicators, gauges, presses a plus.
• Geometric dimensioning and tolerance.
• CAD and CNC experience preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Lift/Carry 25 lbs
Bend/Stoop/Kneel 2 hrs a day
Microscope/Fine close work 8-10 hrs a day
Stand/Sit/Walk 8-10 hrs a day
Dexterity required
Vision requirements correctable to 20/20 vision
Operate moving vehicles
WORK ENVIRONMENT / EXPOSURE
Climate controlled environment
Very clean
Chemicals/Solvents
Clean Room
Eye Protection
Laser
Nissha Medical Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status. In addition, NMT will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
If you need assistance with completing the online application process, please call 419-660-4122